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Halal Cart-Style Cauliflower Bowl Recipe

Halal Cart-Style Cauliflower Bowl Recipe


  • Author: Noah
  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Halal

Description

This Halal Cart-Style Cauliflower Bowl is a vibrant and flavorful dish inspired by Mediterranean street food. Featuring spiced roasted cauliflower, fluffy brown rice, a fresh tomato and herb salad, and a creamy tahini yogurt sauce, it’s a wholesome, satisfying vegan meal perfect for lunch or dinner. The combination of warm spices, fresh herbs, and tangy accents creates a delicious balance of flavors that’s both nutritious and hearty.


Ingredients

Scale

Rice

  • 1 tsp kosher salt, plus more to taste
  • 1 cup brown rice

Spiced Roasted Cauliflower

  • 2 tsp dried oregano
  • 2 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp ground allspice
  • 1/2 tsp ground turmeric
  • 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil, divided
  • 2 tbsp plus 1 tsp fresh lemon juice, divided
  • 1 head cauliflower, cut into medium-size florets
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • Kosher salt, to taste

Tomato Salad

  • 1/2 medium red onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 cups halved cherry tomatoes
  • 1 tbsp red wine vinegar
  • 1 tbsp plus 1/2 tsp finely chopped fresh mint, divided
  • 1 tbsp plus 1/2 tsp finely chopped fresh parsley, divided
  • 2 tsp finely chopped garlic, divided
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice (included in lemon juice above)
  • 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil (remaining from above)

Tahini Yogurt Sauce

  • 3 tbsp coconut yogurt
  • 1 tbsp tahini
  • 1 tbsp vegan mayonnaise
  • Remaining 1 tsp garlic (from total 2 tsp)
  • Remaining 1 tsp lemon juice (from total 2 tbsp + 1 tsp)
  • 1/2 tsp finely chopped fresh mint
  • 1/2 tsp finely chopped fresh parsley
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

To Serve

  • Thinly sliced lettuce
  • Pita chips
  • Harissa or hot sauce

Instructions

  1. Cook the Rice: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a medium pot, bring 2 cups of water and 1 tsp kosher salt to a boil over high heat. Add the brown rice back to the pot, return it to a boil, then cover and reduce heat to low. Let the rice simmer until tender, about 45 minutes. Remove from heat and let it rest covered for 15 minutes to finish steaming.
  2. Prepare and Roast Cauliflower: In a large bowl, combine oregano, cumin, smoked paprika, ground allspice, turmeric, 1/4 cup olive oil, and 1 tablespoon lemon juice. Add cauliflower florets and toss to coat evenly. Season with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper. Spread the cauliflower in a single layer on a baking sheet and roast in the preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes, until tender and browned in spots.
  3. Make the Tomato Salad: While the cauliflower roasts, mix the thinly sliced red onion, halved cherry tomatoes, red wine vinegar, 1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint, 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley, 1 teaspoon chopped garlic, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, and the remaining 1/4 cup olive oil in a large bowl. Season with salt and pepper. Let the salad sit at room temperature to allow flavors to meld.
  4. Prepare the Tahini Yogurt Sauce: In a medium bowl, whisk together coconut yogurt, tahini, vegan mayonnaise, remaining 1 teaspoon garlic, remaining 1 teaspoon lemon juice, 1/2 teaspoon chopped mint, and 1/2 teaspoon chopped parsley until smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Assemble the Bowls: Layer each serving bowl with a base of fluffy brown rice, topped with roasted cauliflower and a generous scoop of tomato salad. Add a handful of thinly sliced lettuce. Drizzle the tahini yogurt sauce over the top.
  6. Serve: Serve each bowl alongside crunchy pita chips and your choice of harissa or hot sauce for an extra kick.

Notes

  • For a gluten-free option, confirm that pita chips are gluten-free or substitute with gluten-free crackers.
  • You can substitute brown rice with quinoa or white rice according to preference.
  • This recipe is vegan and halal-friendly as written.
  • Adjust the amount of harissa or hot sauce according to desired spice level.
  • Leftover roasted cauliflower and rice can be refrigerated separately and recombined before serving.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Roasting and Simmering
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 450g)
  • Calories: 420 kcal
  • Sugar: 5 g
  • Sodium: 490 mg
  • Fat: 21 g
  • Saturated Fat: 3 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 17 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 45 g
  • Fiber: 8 g
  • Protein: 8 g
  • Cholesterol: 0 mg

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